We very much value the impact of female troops. Our female officers and NCOs are the absolute best in the world. But When it comes to any job that requires physical power to perform in combat, those physical standards must be high and gender neutral. If women can make it, excellent. If not, it is what it is. If that means no women qualify for some combat jobs, so be it. (26:04–26:13)
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Asserts that combat roles requiring physical power must have high, gender-neutral standards.
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